A welcoming and well-led 11–18 secondary school in Boston, Lincolnshire is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher, suitable for an Early Career Teacher, to join its established and supportive English department.
This is an excellent opportunity to begin your teaching career in a school that places real emphasis on strong foundations in literacy, clear routines and high-quality classroom practice.
The Role
You will teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4, following a carefully planned curriculum that supports consistency and progression. At Key Stage 3, the focus is on reading fluency, vocabulary development and structured writing. At GCSE, lessons balance secure knowledge of texts with clear exam preparation and writing skills.
As an ECT, you'll benefit from working within a department where planning is shared and expectations are clear, giving you the confidence to focus on developing your classroom presence and subject delivery.
ECT Support & Induction
The school has a proven track record of supporting ECTs and offers:
* A dedicated English mentor with regular coaching sessions
* Reduced teaching timetable during your induction period
* Joint planning and shared resources to manage workload
* Opportunities to observe experienced English teachers
* Structured CPD focused on behaviour, assessment and literacy
Support is practical and ongoing, with a strong emphasis on building confidence and consistency.
The English Department
The department is collaborative and well organised, with shared schemes of work, common assessments and agreed approaches to feedback. Teachers support one another closely, and new staff are welcomed into a positive, professional team.
English plays an important role in whole-school literacy, and the department works closely with other subjects to reinforce reading and writing skills across the curriculum.
The School
This Good-rated secondary school is known locally for its calm behaviour culture and strong pastoral systems. Students are respectful, routines are consistent, and leadership is visible and approachable.
Staff wellbeing is taken seriously, with realistic expectations around marking, meetings and data.
Who This Role Would Suit
* An ECT or trainee English teacher completing QTS
* Someone keen to develop confident classroom routines
* A reflective teacher open to coaching and feedback
* A team player who values collaboration
Why This Is an Excellent ECT Opportunity
* Strong mentoring and induction support
* Clear curriculum and shared planning
* Calm classrooms and positive student behaviour
* Supportive leadership and realistic workload
* A department that genuinely develops early career teachers
If you're an Early Career English Teacher looking for a supportive and well-structured start to your career, this is a fantastic opportunity.